Part-Time Live-out Nanny Position
A warm and welcoming family is seeking an experienced, caring, and reliable nanny to care primarily for their eldest daughter (22 months old). This long-term position is based between Thônex (Geneva canton) and Nernier (France), depending on the season.
Position Details
- Start Date: August 2026
- Contract: Permanent (CDI) – Long-term placement
- Work Rate: Approximately 35% (around 14 hours per week)
- Schedule: 2 full days per week (ideally Tuesday and Wednesday, with some flexibility; no Fridays)
- Working Hours: 8:00 AM to 3:00 PM
- Accommodation: Live-out position
Location
- From May to September: Nernier, France (74140 – approximately 30 minutes from Geneva)
- From September to April: Thônex, Geneva canton (1226)
The nanny must be comfortable working in both locations throughout the year. Parking is available at both residences. A car is recommended for commuting to Nernier, although no driving is required during working hours (public transport with the children is preferred).
Key Responsibilities
- Providing attentive and nurturing care primarily for the eldest daughter (22 months old)
- Engaging in meaningful, high-quality activities (reading, speaking, playing, outdoor outings)
- Supporting the child’s development through a calm, structured, Montessori-inspired approach
- Managing daily routines including lunchtime and nap time
- Respecting the child’s individual rhythm, especially regarding sleep
- Maintaining a safe, stable, and stimulating environment
- Occasional care for the younger child in the future (from around spring 2027)
- Performing light child-related tidying (no housekeeping required)
Profile
- Proven experience with young children (toddlers and ideally infants)
- Warm, patient, reliable, and highly attentive
- Able to provide a calm, structured, and engaging environment
- Strong interest in child development and ideally familiar with Montessori principles
- Comfortable working in the presence of a parent (mother is at home)
- Comfortable around dogs (family has two English bulldogs)
- No phone use during working hours
Languages
- Native or near-native German (Hochdeutsch / Standard German) – mandatory (Clear and consistent use of standard German with the children is essential)
- English or French is a plus
Additional Information
The family values stability, a low child-to-caregiver ratio, and individualized attention. This position is ideal for someone seeking a long-term, meaningful role within a caring family environment.
Application Process
Apply online using the form below. Only applications matching the job profile will be considered.
Work location, Switzerland